How to Make the Ultimate Wildlife Pond - Part 2

How to Make the Ultimate Wildlife Pond - Part 2 - Lining the Pond

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@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 ай бұрын

For anyone looking to make their own wildlife pond in the UK, check out our online shop, where we sell all the pond liner, fleece & pond plants that I talk about in this video 😊👇 wildyourgarden.com/product/pond-liners-2-4m-to-15-2m-other-sizes-available/ We offer free, tailored advice to all our Wild Your Garden customers. We also sell many other products that will help attract more wildlife to your garden or green space 👍 Thank you for watching and supporting our family run business. 😊👍

@thehairywoodsman5644 9 ай бұрын

I cannot believe I got so high I just watched some guy hammer rocks for 20 minutes ! THUMBS UP !!!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 9 ай бұрын

🤣🤣 Glad I could be of help! 👍

@Tofog22000 2 жыл бұрын

Great narration throughout, nice to hear the homeowner's excitement 😄

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much - I really appreciate that :) Thanks for your support and kind words - best wishes, Joel

@SereneSoakingSounds 3 жыл бұрын

I love the level of explanation here. 🕊️ You don't get that in alot of other videos, mostly it's all flashy and fun doesn't really have this level of explanation. Really shows you're professional understanding of the subject and passion for what you do. P.s. I am almost halfway done watching all your videos 😊 enjoying them very much

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support, it certainly takes a lot of time to try to do these, particularly when it's a client's pond you're working on (!) and of course the editing and upload - but it's all worth it if it means there's another important water source for wildlife somewhere and I can share this knowledge with everyone that is considering how they can help nature while, "we" all try to sort out the bigger picture. A small refuge is better than no refuge :) Hope you're doing good where you are - take good care and keep in touch - Joel

@rogerjoesbury9410 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your informative video.

@mikel7180 Жыл бұрын

In the middle of renovating my wildlife pond using these videos for helpful tips and techniques. My brother and I built ours 25 years ago using Chris Baines's book as inspiration. We made a few mistakes and compounded them when we tried to refresh it about 10 years ago. Now I'm relining it as the drought has given a unique opportunity to do so. Will be incorporating rocks into the well to stop it silting up (that was one error we made) and also to give solidity to the shelves. Luckily most of the hard work (digging a big hole) had already been done. Trying to source suitable stones/boulders and working out how much I need and what size is quite tricky but I'm eyeballing the size of boulders you've used as a rough guide!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike - thank you. I've recently undertaken an interview with the great Chris Baines, it's available on my channel and you may well enjoy it :) If there's any advice/help you need then do feel free to drop me a line at hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com - we also stock everything you need at www.wildyourgarden.com - best wishes, Joel

@POOOTU62 Жыл бұрын

Merci des conseils ! bon travail .

@yorkshirelass8786 Жыл бұрын

It looks good so far I'm looking forward to seeing the end result 👍 I really want to do one of these, I just need the OK from the husband to start digging the garden up 👀

@ateleskier7066 3 ай бұрын

87K views. Be great if there were now an additional 87K garden ponds; Nature would love that. (I've built 3 so far. ☺)

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 ай бұрын

Exactly that! Even half that number would be wonderful to know. People from all over the world do contact me with photos of the ponds they've built because of these instructional videos, and it really does make the effort with these videos worthwhile. I'm away for 2 weeks but would love to see your three - you can reach me on enquiries@hazelwoodlandscapes.com, I won't be able to reply immediately but if you get time feel free to send some photos! For anyone wanting to build one in the UK I started an online shop selling the exact items I use to help people, and offer free advice to customers - www.wildyourgarden.com - Thank you and best wishes - Joel 😃

@naiko4raj 3 жыл бұрын

Wow well done bro RESPECT from 🇮🇳 stay bless 🙏🌿

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate your comment, it makes all the difference :) Best wishes to you and yours in India - Joel

@marithedlund8248 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thank you so much for this super informative series! I have a question: the subsoil in my part of Sweden is pure sand. Will that work well to use in my pond to plant in and line the pond with?

@CardsbyMaaike 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this series, thank you. I mice, moles, watervoles and or rats in the garden. You mentioned Herons and Badgers, but I was just wondering if burrowing watervoles or even crayfish will punture the liner? do they ever chew a hole if the pond is in their route?. just wondering found a cryfish last year when I moved in, he made my terrace collapse and I've seen evidence of the other critters I mentioned..no badgers in this part of the Netherlands, really steep water side on our side and natural on the other, I want to make a ramp so birds or others can climb out of the water if needed

@kevb9188 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating how the water in the pond is completely flat on the surface. Fascinating how water is a natural level . Fascinating how every body of water you have ever seen is flat including the ocean.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

It certainly is Kev. The wonders of the natural world 😊👍

@LatrinaDeshawntey Жыл бұрын

really get the noggin joggin

@teunlll Жыл бұрын

I feel like there is a hidden message in this. Some flat earth theory message

@SIC647 Жыл бұрын

@Teun lll They are probably high. And they have never seen a tall ship approach from afar (you can see the top tip of the masts first because of the curvature of the earth. That is how the old Greek mathematicians first showed that the earth was round 2500 years ago).

@MarkB-dl7jb Жыл бұрын

Really helpful and informative video - I was always planning on finishing mine with a liner, but you've convinced me with the sub-soil on top of the fleece. Love your channel and your wildlife friendly approach to gardening. Keep posting content buddy!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark, so much - I'm really glad these set of videos helped. If you're in the UK we supply everything you need (including advice!) at www.wildyourgarden.com. Just send an email if you need any help. I really appreciate your encouragement and support, it makes a huge difference to me :) Best wishes, and thank you again - Joel

@theurbanghost 3 жыл бұрын

Loving these pond videos, thanks so much for taking the time to make them, very helpful!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the support and encouragement and for being there from the start. Really appreciate it. Just hope they inspire a few more habitats to be created for wildlife 😊👍

@theurbanghost 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton No doubt they will. I will contact you via Hazelwood Landscapes for a quote but I forget where you are based. I'm in Stourbridge, hope that's within range. Thanks again Joel.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

No problem at all. I certainly travel all over the country installing habitats for wildlife. Feel free to drop me a line on hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com. No obligation of course 😊👍

@theurbanghost 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks Joel :)

@millsy4606 2 жыл бұрын

thats alot of soil. More than i thought for a pond. intersting

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there - yes, not only does the subsoil help keep the pond clear but of course you're then able to plant directly into this soil, negating the need for plastic baskets etc :) If you wanted to see a few of the many ponds created this way, and how they look when established, you can see some I've previously constructed here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oK1hqpp-us7MiKc.html Best wishes - and welcome to the channel :) Joel

@ardas77 2 жыл бұрын

I encourage everyone to go barefoot on the fleece to check for shar stones. If it's uncomfortable for your foot it can be dangerous for the epdm membrane.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice Ardas - I never wear anything other than socks or bare feet as some minute sharp stones etc could easily be trapped in the "tread" and rip it that way too. Best wishes - Joel

@harryhall4690 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered this video while I’m creating my pond. Extremely helpful, I’m halting progress to get some more fleece to top my liner after watching this. I just had a quick question, are there black varieties of protective fleece, and if so are there any differences in performance? Cheers!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi Harry - so glad this is helpful to you. The black fleece liner is available, although to be honest it doesn't matter what colour because (hopefully) you'll be putting the subsoil over the top and able to plant directly into it without the need for baskets. If you do need additional fleece, plants, or even advice then you can contact me at www.wildyourgarden.com and I'll be happy to advise and point you in the right direction re quantities etc so you don't overspend. Best wishes and thanks for the support - Joel

@steezee80 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, great video. It's inspired me to dig a wildlife pond just like this in my garden. Was just wondering what size pond liner did you use for this size pond? Brilliant channel by the way 👍

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen - I'm away at the moment but if you send an email to enquiries@wildyourgarden.com with the size of pond you are planning we can advise (and supply) on everything you'll need. You can also see the ponds section here: wildyourgarden.com/product-category/ponds-accessories/ Best wishes - Joel

@D-H-D Жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, we have a lot of slate and shale. Is that okay for subsoil? It can be pretty sharp so I guess not.

@ianclaxton2578 3 жыл бұрын

hi Joel, - great videos! I wondered do you have any advice for fitting liners? i've been following your videos here while making my pond, its about same size as your one here. brilliant explanations by the way! I have a hdpe liner i'm fitting into my pond and i wondered if u had any advice over best way to fit it? do i need to get it all lying flat and neat, or because i'm gonna cover it with subsoil does it matter? cheers ian

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ian - would you mind sending me the question and a few pics, if you have them, to hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com - it's pretty difficult keeping up with the notifications on KZfaq and sometimes I don't get all of them so don't want to miss people's queries - but do send me your query by email and I'll certainly be able to answer in more detail there :) Hope that's ok, best wishes - Joel

@kevb9188 3 жыл бұрын

Life is fascinating eh

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Sure is! 😁

@anthonyhigson-ty6xh Жыл бұрын

Great video in general. Sadly the lack of mentioning capillary action regard to the second load of fleece lining means I now have a pond that won’t stay full. The lining is applied exactly as in this video, which means the soil and material are sucking the water out of the pond. Lesson learned, but I am wondering if you had the same issue with the pond in the video? Any quick fix bar dragging the pond apart would be greatly appreciated?

@MattHardingg 3 жыл бұрын

What recommendations for pond liner do you have? I saw you mentioned butyl rubber but it seems quite expensive, are there any other recommendations you have? Or is butyl truly the best

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt - yes butyl every time, it certainly is worth the extra cost, it's less likely to puncture - although of course I fleece it both sides for longevity and protection against larger birds etc - it's made from recycled rubber and will last many many years - any liner can help of course but it's the cost versus the longevity for this. I hope that helps, I don't have shares in butyl by the way ;) Best wishes, Joel

@jessicagreen1876 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! thank you! thank you! Your videos are such an incredible help & are fun to watch. One question-- why all those big rocks? Especially in the well?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jessica, I really appreciate that and glad these are of help. The rocks are to hold/support the subsoil in place in the well, otherwise there will be slippage :) Hope this helps - if you're in the UK then we can supply everything you need to make one, from the fleece to the liner to the plants. Thanks again, and best wishes - Joel

@ianrobinson3240 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, great videos and have been very helpful as I'm currently building my own wildlife pond. I was just wondering if you are able to recommend a good place to buy pond liner online and also which type of pond liner do you normally use?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ian, I may be able to help on this - send me an email to wildyourgarden@gmail.com and I'll answer soon - thanks so much for the support and I am so glad it was of help to you, the more habitats for nature the better for all :) Best wishes to you and yours - Joel

@Trendstrends1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for these videos. I'm planning to create something similar in my garden this autumn, so this is super helpful. Can I just ask, what's the thinking behind fleece over the liner as well as under it? I've never come across that before. Is it just additional protection? Thanks!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi Jonathan - so glad that this was helpful to you and so pleased that so many more of these habitats are being made for creatures so desperately in need right now :) The fleece does give extra protection of course but ensures that the subsoil does not slip down the liner and can be used to plant directly into, negating the need for baskets etc- I hope that this helps too, and thanks so much for your encouragement and support, it means a lot - there are many more helpful videos re ponds and other habitat on the channel, welcome to the fantastic community we have here - best wishes, Joel

@Trendstrends1 Жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks, Joel! That's really helpful. I'll definitely be checking out your other videos.

@novarafan6423 Жыл бұрын

I'm building a wildlife pond right now. What type of rock should I use for the well? Slate, granite, limestone or...? Many thanks

@TomTom8930823 Ай бұрын

Great video.....Im looking to build one a pond soon however i have heavy clay in my lawn, so none of this sub soil stuff, anyway to get round this?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Ай бұрын

Hi Tom - if you could send me some photos of the garden and any of the soil that you have, just so I can see then I'm happy to advise - drop me a line at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com - it's just easier than answering a general question that might give the wrong info to others :) Best wishes, Joel

@SomePotato 2 жыл бұрын

Another idea to get more subsoil would be to dig out more and fill it up again with the top soil before putting in the liner.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely :) I have done this on a few smaller ponds where there is insufficient subsoil, obviously the bigger the pond the better chance of subsoil but it can be purchased if the digging becomes too much like hard work ;) Best wishes - Joel

@joannemaclean6894 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, really enjoyed these videos and feel inspired for my own garden project. My sub soil is thick, heavy, yellow clay. Is this still suitable for use in the pond? Thanks!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joanne, so sorry for the delay - a lot of comments to catch up on - but yes, the clay can be used. I would recommend using the "worst" clay at the bottom of the pond and the better soil around the margins for planting in to :) Hope that is helpful, and a relief! Best wishes, Joel

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Joanne - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@billk3559 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel. I am just in the process of digging my new nature pond. It is a rough oval shape of some 6m across at widest point. Any my question. I see a lot of pond builds with a large amount of rock incorporated. I don't want to do that as I am trying to build a more natural pond and also I am trying to save on cost, etc. Are rocks simply needed to shore up steep sides, etc? I have 3 levels currently dug. Are rocks only really required for the deep bit. Many thanks for your videos, they are helping me loads as I build out my pond.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill - you don't have to use rocks/boulders, most are used for retaining the subsoil and hiding the liner, where the sides are too steep for subsoil to stay in place. I find once ponds get to 5-6m x 3-4m, you can maintain a gradient that doesn't require boulders/rocks for subsoil retention. The boulders and rocks placed in the well also provide refuge for amphibians, particularly toads who like deeper water. Glad the videos have been helpful, do let me know how you get on :) Best wishes, Joel

@harryr1298 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, I was wondering if you could give more details on the underlay that you used in this video. Does it have a specific name/what website do you get it from. That would be a huge help. Thanks for the great video

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Harry. Apologies for the delay in coming back to you. If you go onto my website wildyourgarden.com, you should find it on there. Please do come back to me if you have any problems. Many thanks and best of luck! Joel.

@sterrewadzanai5308 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, Thanks for the informative video! I was wondering if tap water is okay to fix the pond? Will this create issues with high nutrient levels later on? Cheers, Sterre

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi there Sterre, you are very welcome :) In the UK, any chlorine dissipates after a week or so and of course water butts etc aren't practical for when I make large client ponds away from water sources. I hope this helps - best wishes, Joel

@johnsmiths9682 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, I have watched all three videos a couple of times and I'm sure you have mentioned about sinking a washing up bowl nearby to help the frogs etc, but can't find that part again. Where would you sink the bowl in this case? in the border? Thanks JS

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there John - in a bit of a rush this morning so can't watch them all again right now, I may well have said this though! In the border is absolutely fine, this will be good for the froglets, if you can put some logs across the top of the bowl they'll enjoy this even more as they like a shady damp refuge - it's not essential but it's helpful :) Best wishes - Joel

@louisea2966 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, we've been watching your videos repeatedly while we plan our own wildlife pond. I wanted to ask you about trimming the liner, you trim yours on the vertical lip while many other tutorials advise having a horizontal overlap. For thr most natural look, your method is preferable but is there any risk of rainwater or small stones getting between the liner and/or underlay? We don't have any subsoil at all so will be using gravel up to the pond edge and then edged with turf and rocks. Any advice would be appreciated. It's quite nervewracking creating our first pond!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Louise - could you send me an email with a few photos if possible? If you send me the above to hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com then I'll be able to send more detail to you :) Many thanks and best wishes to you both - Joel

@johnengineertech Жыл бұрын

Can I leach top-soil to create suitable sub-soil? I was thinking of putting top-soil in a bucket with small holes in the bottom and then pour water in, making a slurry, and let the water seep out. If I keep repeating this then presumably the water-soluble nutrients in the top-soil will leach out and eventually I will end up with suitable pond lining soil. (In my garden I have got top-soil and then clay underneath. I tried lining the pond with the clay, on top of the rubber liner and upper-fleece, but it is taking ages to clear - not sure it ever will!)

@bosschopper681 Жыл бұрын

Why is it you put a fleece on top of your pond liner ? Just using your video to make my own. Is althe fleece required or can i just use the underlay and liner? Thbaks

@kristinwheatley9475 Жыл бұрын

So, what exactly is "fleece"? Is it actually wool? Cotton batting? PE? Does it matter? Just something think and soft? I heard you mention old carpet?

@MrDisgruntledGamer1 Жыл бұрын

Is it normal to add dirt INTO the pond? I thought your suppose to use gravel or pebbles to fill in the spaces

@swordjumper 3 жыл бұрын

You've inspired me to finally create a wildlife pond! I will have to import the subsoil. Roughly much subsoil would be required for a similar size pond ?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! You won’t regret it 😊 I would say you’ll need between 1 and 2 tonnes depending on how many rocks / boulders you need and how thick you have the subsoil. I hope that helps 👍

@swordjumper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel, could you give the approximate dimensions of this pond.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, sorry for delay - it's circa 3m x 2m x 60cm deep :)

@sharoncapstick7944 Жыл бұрын

Hi joel so excited to be starting my first pond. I have a question about the underlay is it specific to ponds so many out there? How many grams should i be looking at thicknesss wise ? Its not just wadding is it? Thankyou for your help ive just got your book im loving it but it doesnt say the type of inderlay .

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Good morning Sharon, we sell liner, fleece and plants to the UK - send some measurements etc to me at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and I'll happily advise on quantities needed etc - just so you don't over-order. Best wishes - Joel

@user-yl3oc4ov3m 3 ай бұрын

Hi, I've dug the hole for a pond but it's clay soil and water is dribbling in from the sides. Have you made a pond in a situation like this? I'm worried water will accumulate under the liner. Your advice would be appreciated, thanks.

@thechickenwizard8172 Жыл бұрын

I'm currently overhauling my 100 gallon pond, trying to decide on whether I should use a pvc or hdpe liner; the former is more affordable and readily avaliable to me, though I've heard that it cab leech toxins with UV exposure. I'm planning on using the "fleece sandwich" method demonstrated here; would the pvc liner be safe if used in this manner?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi there, there are indeed some PVC "liners" that can be harmful but there are fish-safe varieties, so it's worth checking/researching a little. The EPDM liner that I use in the ponds I create has a much better resistance to UV light, isn't prone to cracking/splitting like the PVC and is made from recycled tyres, with a lifetime guarantee. However, if you are using the sandwich method it will ensure that there is no PVC on "show", and it therefore can't be affected by the UV light if there is fleece on top and of course the layers of excavated subsoil. This also means that it is less likely to be damaged and last a whole lot longer than any liner without fleece/subsoil on top. I hope this helps, but I'm here if you have any other questions - best wishes, Joel

@telnoone691 Жыл бұрын

Great vid Joel have just purchased your book also very informative I have one question and that is which liner do you recommend as there seems to be so many out there Regards Terry

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi Terry - everything I use for the pond creation can be found on our website - the liners/fleece/plants/subsoil can be found in this section: wildyourgarden.com/product-category/ponds-accessories/ The list is on the left hand side :) Hope this helps, best wishes and thanks for the book purchase - appreciated! Best wishes, Joel

@telnoone691 Жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton many thanks for info

@thomasdumeez6891 Ай бұрын

Is it also possible to use building sand if you don't have subsoil?

@keithdempsey2219 Жыл бұрын

Hi what a god send you are, I have a wildflower garden at the moment and i was thinking of incorporating a small pond, and low and behold your videos popped up, one question I don't have enough subsoil, so can I use sand or aquatic compost to line the pond 🤔and I bought your book today as well, keep up the good work our wildlife needs more people like you 🐝🪲🐞

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi there Keith - we can supply everything from the liner, to the fleece, to the pond plants AND subsoil - you'll find everything at www.wildyourgarden.com and always feel free to drop me a line if you need help with measurements, amount of plants etc so you don't over-order. But thank you SO much for your encouragement and support, it really does make a difference to me. Best wishes - you can email me at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com - Joel

@keithdempsey2219 Жыл бұрын

Cheers Joel but I live in Republic of the Ireland so it would be a bit expensive to order from england, so can I use sand or aquatic compost???

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

@@keithdempsey2219 Ah, yes.. that would be more than you need to spend. Is it ok to send a few photos of the pond and what you have now, then I can suggest what's better - feel free to email me on enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and I'll be happy to help in any way I can, but NO to aquatic compost, it will just float about unless in baskets of course - best wishes, Joel

@tuscan440r 3 жыл бұрын

Really interesting, I'm definitely going to employ protecting the butyl with the sub soil trick so cheers for sharing. Question on pumps though, I wanted to create a garden stream (lazy river) so that more habitat can be made and it can be enjoyed where we sit in the garden. In balance what are your views? Is creating more habitat but with some negative affect on the main pond an acceptable trade off? I'm looking to put a filter bag over the pump and bury it in pebbles to prevent things getting sucked in and putting it directly beneath the waterfall (trickle) which won't be the lowest point, as I want to maintain stratification for winter months. The pond is roughly 2.5m*4.5m

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there - I'm out on site again on a job at the moment - but I will come back to you later, just wanted to let you know you're not being ignored! If you wanted to send an email to me at hazelwoodlandscapes@hotmail.com and send the same queries I'll have your email to hand and be able to respond in full - thanks for the positive comments too, it really is encouraging and makes the effort so worthwhile - Joel

@tuscan440r 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton thanks Joel, I'll email it over to you

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting and apologies for the delay. Streams can often add a different element to the garden, as they provide a good place for birds to bathe / drink. As long as the flow isn’t too high, it should still be attractive for frogs and newts etc. Hope that helps 😊

@tuscan440r 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton no that's great cheers, some people on nature pond groups on FB spit at the ground if you mention a pump so I would rather get advice from someone who knows for sure! I want a low flow so it gives just a trickle and the stream will be on a slight decline with pools on the way so the pump can go off at night without it draining fully.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds good to me. Keep me posted 😊👍

@michaelrodgers4589 3 жыл бұрын

Really interesting to see your takw with the soil!! Can I ask how does it affect the depth of the pond? Is there a big difference?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael :) The soil is placed in and around the pond completely, so the levels are in line with this, the soil is evenly spread around 4-6 inches which is deep, to allow for good root establishment of the wildflowers - hope that's helpful, here if you need any other advice - best wishes and thanks again - Joel

@johnsmiths9682 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Hi Joel, I have asked you other questions, but i have another. If the initial shelf around the edge is 4-6 inches deep from grass level and you put 4-6 inches of sub soil back in this brings it to ground level? or am I missing something? I thought the idea of having a shelf is to stop hedgehogs etc falling in?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

@@johnsmiths9682 Hi John - the subsoil isn't just placed up to the ground level, it's on top of this ground level too and banked up over the fleece and liner to ensure it's covered, this allows for the shelf and the beach area is for the exit for hedgehogs etc should they fall in - hope this helps :) Best wishes, Joel

@RuthDever 2 күн бұрын

Can you use old underlay instead of fleece?

@simonthomas3897 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel really good video enjoyed making my pond. Any tips on finding a leak once finished. I left over night and water levels dropped substantially. :-( just worried I’m going to have to take apart and start all over again.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there Simon, if you've followed the method including subsoil around the edges etc then this will be natural as the pond plants and soil act as a wick. This capillary action will lessen once the vegetation fills in around the edges of the pond. If it has dropped a significant amount then do let me know as I'm happy to help further of course. Best wishes, Joel

@simonthomas3897 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, thank you for the reply but it really has dropped a fair bit. I have left it 24 hours now and it’s stopped. It’s dropped about a foot all around, only the central well is left full. I am worried I may have pierced the liner by stepping on some of the inner rocks when trying to trim the liner in awkward position. I did follow all steps including subsoil etc, gutted as it was looking fab yesterday. Any tips on best way to find and patch a hole?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

@@simonthomas3897 Hi Simon, sorry to hear that - can I ask the actual time-frame, ie how long does it take for it to drop to this level after being filled? When you installed the pond did you put fleece on top of the liner too, if so I am thinking it would be difficult to puncture a liner through fleece, also which liner did you use? Sorry for the extra questions but I want to make sure before I offer help that might not be needed :) Best wishes, Joel

@simonthomas3897 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Hi Joel, yes it has been 24 hours now to empty to a level just below the lip of the well. But it may still be draining really slowly I am not sure. It probably dropped another 3 inches last night. I used EPDM rubber pond liner 0.75mm thick with a layer of fleece under and also over the top. I then back filled with top soil and built the well using large rocks. Beach made from Welsh blue slate and one end. I tried to follow your videos and advice from your book as best I could which was a great help and like I said earlier the pond looked great until it drained. The weird thing was I had already filled to a quite high level and left it for two days with no real sign of any water drop before I got around to trimming the fleece and liner and then doing the edges. I really worked hard to keep a good high edge all around so I won’t get edge leak. It was just one place I find it hard to get to to trim on the boundary edge next to a beach hedge where I think I probably stepped on a couple of the big rocks to trim the edges :-(. Perhaps this might have done it. Any guidance greatly appreciated. Thank you again, Simon

@simonthomas3897 3 жыл бұрын

It’s finally stopped just in the main well the rest of pond empty. My thought is a hole must be under one of the rocks just above water level. Guess the problem is finding it.

@travellerseko 4 ай бұрын

Mate, I’ll build the same size of ponds. I know it depends on the size of the rocks but roughly do I need a ton or 500 kg? The stones I found is 25-50cm and will cost £180 for a ton. Type of stone is Welsh Slate garden rockery.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 4 ай бұрын

Hi there - drop me a line at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and I always offer free tailored advice if buying products from us - they're from exactly the same specialist growers and suppliers that I've used for 20 years, so happy to help. Very best wishes, Joel

@MrKilly69 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, thank you for making these detailed videos and sharing your technique of covering the liner with another layer of fleece and subsoil. Is a heavy clay subsoil suitable?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. I just hope they inspire many more people to make ponds for wildlife. As for the clay, it will be fine as a subsoil as long as it isn’t really blue or yellow and has a small amount of nutritional value for the plants to grow in. Hope that makes sense? 👍

@MrKilly69 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thank you!

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@micheleballiet8229 3 жыл бұрын

Bonjour, J'admire votre travail mais je ne parle pas l'anglais donc je n'ai pas tout compris. Je voudrais savoir quelle terre vous utilisez pour mettre au fond de la mare ? Cela ne va t il pas favoriser le développement de mauvaises bactéries ? Merci pour vos vidéos

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Bonjour! Merci beaucoup pour votre aimable commentaire, il est beaucoup apprécié :) Le sol en bas et autour des bords est le sous-sol, j'espère que cela se traduit bien - c'est le sol en dessous qui est pauvre en nutriments ce qui signifie que tout les algues ont du mal à vivre - j'utilise également des plantes oxygénantes comme Hornwort et Spiked Water Milfoil - faites-moi savoir si les noms latins de plante sont meilleurs pour vous. Je suis ici pour vous aider, alors n'hésitez pas à me poser des questions - je vous suis très reconnaissant de votre soutien - PS Je peux parler un peu français, mais j'espère que cela a du sens. Meilleurs voeux, Joel

@CyberCatPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, is this fleece specific for ponds? Is it used for other purposes in construction? Can this be replaced with something else? I did some digging and it seems in the country I live (Hungary) the pond builders simply put the lining on the ground and I cannot find any similar material in the local pond shops. So I am trying to find something here which serves the same purpose.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Hungary! :) So glad the channel is reaching you there too. Fear not, this is known here as "industrial fleece" so it might be worth a google to see if it is available on line to you - but you can use carpet underlay or even old carpet too, as the fleece isn't seen once the pond is topped with subsoil it doesn't matter as long as it is a sturdy fabric and ensures that the subsoil does not slip down the rubber liner if none is used :) I hope this is helpful to you - I'm here if you need any help - best wishes, Joel

@CyberCatPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton thank you, I have some hits on industrial fleece. What I am worried about is what happens to these materials when they are soaked in water for a long period - won't they release chemicals to the water?

@Joker33743 3 жыл бұрын

We did you put a layer of fleece over the pond liner

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hello there :) This ensures that the subsoil remains in place and protects the liner further and also is good for planting direct into the soil, meaning no baskets etc are needed :) Best wishes, Joel

@maggiefyffe2026 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I live in Oxfordshire and my subsoil is absolutely pure, 100% clay - yellow and blue. You could throw a pot with it! I'm doing the underlay/liner/overlay method but can't 'spread' my topsoil as it's just not possible to break it up. Should I try and dilute it with gravel and water to create a 'soup' to put over the overlay? Alternatively my topsoil is actually very poor - should I dilute this with gravel instead? I can't seem to find anywhere that sells subsoil. Thanks!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maggie - we can help here - send an email to enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and we'll be able to help, it will be the same BS Subsoil that I use when there is insufficient on some of the projects I work on. Look forward to hearing from you - best wishes, Joel

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Maggie - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@dinkydog56 Жыл бұрын

What is that fleece made of?

@stacey8735 Жыл бұрын

Hey, I’ve just come across your video and I’ve dug what I want to be my wildlife pond but I’ve dug up a lot of clay soil I’m wondering if I can use to put back in to the pond?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi there Stacey, clay should be absolutely fine - it's low nutrient that you're after, any topsoil will only add nutrient so as long as it's been separated it should be fine. If you're in any doubt feel free to send a few photos to me at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and we'll happy advise, we also have liner, fleece, plants etc - in fact everything you need and it's all from the same suppliers/growers that I use on my own client projects :) Best wishes, Joel

@stacey8735 Жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton thankyou so much, I’ve given up for today but will definitely have a look on the website. Thanks again

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Stacey - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@buddy5152 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I have been think about building a pond in my garden. But most of the soil there is orange clay. Could I still use that as the subsoil in the pond. If not are there any other solutions to this? Do you also think adding small fish like guppies or minnows are suitable for a pond like this? Thank you!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there Buddy - sorry for the delay, I've been away in Scotland and only back a few days ago so am trying to catch up with all the comments :) The clay soil should be fine, but for the soil around the edges then sandy loam would be better for you to plant directly into. Not sure about guppies as I only know them as tropical fish - this depends on where you live of course - but minnows would be absolutely fine :) Hope that helps - best wishes, Joel

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Buddy - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@katec9893 Жыл бұрын

I've got a new allotment and there was a small moulded pond left by the previous tenant. For some reason it was installed in the middle of the path so I had to move it. It had two frogs and frogspawn in it so I had to carefully use a net and buckets to collect them before I dug out the pond and installed it in a new area. It had lots of sludge and twigs that had fallen in so I cleaned most of that out although I didn't empty it completely as I was aware it was the frogs habitat. A small amount of topsoil fell in when I was filling in the hole around it, do you think it will be OK? I could empty it again and refill it but I don't want to keep disturbing the frogs. Next I'll create a rockery around it, plant it up and put some pond plants in it. I hope they will like their new home and now there's much less risk of anyone falling in the pond.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi Kate - it's so good to read that you were thinking of the frogs etc before anything else :) The topsoil won't harm them but it will add nutrient to the pond which will encourage algal growth, but don't panic as tadpoles love to feast on this. When it comes to late autumn/winter then I'd recommend removing any life carefully and putting in buckets of the same water. Then refill the pond, ideally with water from a water butt, but after 2 weeks any chlorine (if you're in UK) will dissipate and be fine to return anything into. Saying that, just keep an eye on it for now and don't worry too much :) Keep me updated, best wishes - Joel

@katec9893 Жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks Joel. I love nature like you so I've been putting off moving the pond as I felt bad for the frogs, but it couldn't stay in the path so I'm glad I've moved it. There isn't much topsoil that fell in so hopefully it will be OK. I'm excited about putting in a few aquatic plants and growing nice plants around it. I have wildflower seeds, red clover seeds, cornflower seeds and some cottage garden seeds like Sweet Williams and Hollyhocks, will they be OK to grow around it? I've also written down the plants you recommend like Cuckooflower, small Irises and Purple loostrife so I'll look for them in the garden centre. There's also a big ditch on my allotment so when I get round to it I'll turn that into a bigger pond using your pond liner plus fleece method. I can't wait to see what nature turns up 😊

@scottcarroll2334 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy fleece in a roll like this? I live in Canada if that helps

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there Scott - any heavy duty fleece can be used, or several layers of a thinner fleece of course - I know some people have used what is termed as "heavy duty garden fleece" - it might be worth a search on the 'net to see if there are any suppliers that would ship to you - I tried a quick google search but of course it's giving me UK suppliers rather than those in Canada so the results were limited, although I did see heavy-duty garden fleece... Hope that helps a bit, sorry I couldn't be more helpful - best wishes, Joel

@scottcarroll2334 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton No worries Joel. Thanks for the reply! In case anyone else in Canada has the same question I think I found a decent one here: www.marquisgardens.ca/collections/liner/products/underlayment

@78acrawford 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I have just started digging my pond today. Still yet to find any subsoil. Any suggestions of where to get some online? Otherwise I will starting looking in some builders skips!!

@78acrawford 3 жыл бұрын

Actually found it at about 40cm down, will keep digging then back fill with top soil. Great video and book!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found some, it's nearly always there :) Thank you so much re the video and book, I really appreciate you leaving such a nice comment - best wishes to you, Joel

@78acrawford 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Quick question subsoil is quite clay like (yellowish), not thick clay but very different from the top, is that okay? Can i flesh it out a little with some of the higher soil?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

@@78acrawford Hello there, sorry for the delay, been out at work again today - but you'll certainly know the difference between the top soil and subsoil - sounds like you have it there, very lucky :) when you say higher soil, do you mean the top soil? Top soil is not good for the lining of the pond because it will have high nutrient levels, but you can use it around the outer edges for planting - hope that helps, let me know if I missed the question :) Best wishes, Joel

@garthwick19 Жыл бұрын

If you want a real testnof fortitude try lining a pond on a very windy day! The wife and me just tried but cancelled and folded it in and cover the hole. It was very emotional.

@TexasIndiafarm 2 жыл бұрын

I have clay. Is clay fertile. Can I put that in the center

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mathew - generally clay is low in fertility so should be fine at the bottom of the pond :) Best wishes - Joel

@beepdebeep572 Ай бұрын

Is there a specific type of soil you use?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Ай бұрын

Hi there, if I cannot excavate enough soil from the site I'm on then I use a specialist quarry that I've used for many years - they used to only deliver in huge lorry loads, which is fine for me as I have yards to store it in and of course use it in most pond creations, particularly larger ones. However, I worked closely with them last year so that they could get smaller amounts (builders ton bags etc) to to Wild Your Garden customers who are making their own ponds - the very same soil I use is on the website - www.wildyourgarden.com under the ponds section - I hope this helps, best wishes - Joel

@gazf6163 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. So you put underlay down first and then the actual liner then another layer of underlay on top? Interesting, but how much different is it than just using underlay and liner? 🤔 I’m on a budget, thanks. Also if I use sub soil from my garden (if I have any, all I ever find is very a solid layer of clay) I’m worried my pond will be forever murky. I’m not using any filtration, just plants. Thanks 👍

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Gaz - the second layer of fleece is to protect the liner from the subsoil and UV rays which can cause degradation to the liner in time, and allows plants to placed directly into the soil, rather than using baskets etc, it's not imperative to use the subsoil of course and a pond will work without this additional layer of fleece and subsoil, by simply planting directly into baskets. None of the ponds I have created over the last 16/17 years have needed additional filtration once the plants have established, if you haven't seen it already Gaz, there is a short video here of just a few created over the years and shows the clarity these ponds achieve: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oK1hqpp-us7MiKc.html I hope that's helpful - best wishes, Joel

@gazf6163 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Hi Joel. Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I’m going to try the triple layer and subsoil method with my wildlife pond and subscribe because you’re very helpful and your videos are really good. Best Wishes 👍

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Gaz - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@gazf6163 Жыл бұрын

@@simonawebber hi Simon-the clay in my garden is extremely hard and what constitutes as soil is rocky and not at all fertile. In the end I had to go with a common black underlay and a black pond liner, was ok once I’d worked out the folds and creases and cut to size and weighed down with rocks (I didn’t want any wildlife getting in the folds because although they like nooks and crannies they may become stuck if there was a fold left loose, so I made it taught and hid it with gravel at the bottom) My pond has a central well and although I have all the correct plants in, plus frogbit and the like, I have not attracted a single frog or newt in what must be almost 3 years. I have toads though. Lots and lots of toads and an eternal battle with blanket algae on the surface, even in the winter. My pond is in a shaded area but it persists. All in all as a wildlife project, with the wild meadow behind it that never took root and established, I consider it a complete failure. Not an all what I had envisioned. Had the occasional Robin or Finch come down and a squirrel once but that’s it. Lots of butterflies and bumblebees in the height of summer, so it’s not all bad.

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

@@gazf6163 Thanks for your reply - a shame it hasn't lived up to what you had hoped - so you didn't opt for the double fleece layer in the end. I'm still on the hunt for someone who's tried this system with a load of clay. It is seeming more work and cost at the moment, but I'm determined to persist for the sake of the longevity of the pond. In the meantime I'm still digging the actual hole, so a long way to go.

@adamnolan8556 2 ай бұрын

What happens if the soils is too fertile, and I don't have any subsoil to put into the well?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 ай бұрын

Hi Adam, if you're in the UK we can get the subsoil for you. If the soil is too fertile it will add nutrient to the pond and that means a breeding ground for algal growth, aside from a murky pond. I hope this makes sense, if you need any advice or the subsoil please feel free to email me at enquiries@wildyourgarden.com and I'll happily help. Best wishes, Joel

@solariahuesmovies 3 жыл бұрын

What type of flexible liner do you use?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hello there Solaria - it's Butyl rubber liner, the most-eco friendly, most durable and strongest - and easiest to work with - hope that helps, I'm here if you have any other questions - best wishes, Joel

@solariahuesmovies 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thank you very much!

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

@@solariahuesmovies You are very welcome :)

@t.papillon1968 3 жыл бұрын

About the subsoil - Don't it get to much nutrition for the pond? Don't you end up with a green algae soup? All the best from Denmark

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there "T" - welcome to the channel :) The subsoil is used because it has little nutrition - if you see in Part 3, you might have yet to watch it, the hornwort and other oxygenators ensure that the pond is kept clear - this pond was filmed immediately upon completion so it was a few days for it to be crystal clear - but I am back at the clients in a couple of months so will be making an "after" video to show all the plants around the edge and in the pond when they are established and making a difference :) Thanks ever so much for your comment, if you need any other help I'll be right here - best wishes to you and yours - Joel

@t.papillon1968 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thanks for the answer. I'm looking forward for that video. Thanks again :-)

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

@@t.papillon1968My pleasure :) Hope it's of help - let me know if you need any advice and I'll be right here - best wishes to you and yours in Denmark - Joel

@chick5taone 3 жыл бұрын

Would aquatic soil work instead of subsoil??

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

@@chick5taone Hello there, unfortunately not - the aquatic soil would have a high nutrient level which would encourage algal blooms and it wouldn't hold it's "shape" well under water. Sorry about that, hope it's still helpful though :) Best wishes, Joel

@linseyvanochten2926 Ай бұрын

Isn't fleece bad for the wildlife because of the microplastics and other materials that will leak into the water? There must be a more ecofriendly option. I believe the epdm liner is safer and strong enough for the stones on top..

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Ай бұрын

Hi Lindsey - if done correctly and with the subsoil method the fleece is hidden UNDER the liner and then UNDER the subsoil. It comes into contact with nothing else. The subsoil has two uses... protecting the liner further and allowing planting of plants directly into the soil. This negates the use for plastic baskets everywhere if only using liner, and of course weighing it up against fibreglass or even concrete ponds makes this method even better. Best wishes, Joel

@linseyvanochten2926 Ай бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thank you for answering! You are absolutely right :)

@jesswatt5824 Жыл бұрын

I have super clay soil, like practically 100% clay. Have you ever sealed a pond with clay instead of the liner? I know if you till wet clay it can really decrease permeability...

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

hi Jess - did you use this clay for your subsoil in the end? We have the same issue with the one we are currently creating - also concerned that the clay particles will keep pond murky. How did you get on?

@jesswatt5824 Жыл бұрын

@@simonawebber Well, it did hold water for several days initially but then my dogs discovered it and won't stop digging so... I have a mud pit with some nice plants around it.

@simonawebber Жыл бұрын

@@jesswatt5824 oh dear - sorry to hear that. Myabe you'll have to line it next time.

@seanmurphy5768 3 жыл бұрын

I have a problem where my dog keeps jumping into the pond to cool off and he’s after ripping for the 2nd time

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sean, not sure of the size of your garden (or your dog!) of course but if you see this video here you'll see a post/wire system I erected which does deter them and it doesn't interfere with sight of the pond - the extra layer of subsoil really does help in protecting the liner though, not just from the sun's rays - here's the video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fb2BprKgyraoYGw.html

@user-be5xr9zc6p 2 жыл бұрын

Where’re you gonna put water ?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. It goes in once the soil is in and is retained by the liner. I hope that helps 😊

@liannesim9558 8 ай бұрын

why do you need a liner. I have a big pond here and I could not use a liner because of the amount of water I get in autumn and winter. I like the pond's water's level to get lower in summer to be able to absorb the amount of rain I get in autumn and winter.

@francismaloney8775 Жыл бұрын

👏👍💯🇮🇪

@BetamaxV Жыл бұрын

why is the volume so low?

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Жыл бұрын

Hi, do you mean the water volume/depth of the pond? This is one of the smallest ponds I create for customers and due to the size and needing sloping sides for creatures to get in and out, this determines the depth. I hope this helps and that I've answered your question :) Best wishes, Joel

@chiarabay9364 4 ай бұрын

Never in my life have I seen a small pond filled up with rocks and soil instead of water.

@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton 4 ай бұрын

Hope this video helps encourage you to make one - if you wanted to see how these ponds flourish in just a few weeks, here's a few of many that I've created over the years - hope this shows you how beautiful they can be: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oK1hqpp-us7MiKc.html

@chiarabay9364 3 ай бұрын

@@WildYourGardenWithJoelAshton Thank you, I have made 3 of my own wildlife ponds but I love water gardening so much that I just like trying to get new ideas or see if there are any new materials out there.